HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit

The AMA’s toolkit for community health centers and emergency departments guides you from patient intake to linkage to care.

Routine Screening Toolkit
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6 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about end-of-life care planning

Susan E. Nelson, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains how advance directives ensure care reflects patients’ wishes and ease decision-making for loved ones.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™

Deepen your migraine expertise

Recognize and treat headache disorders with migraine education from the Association of Migraine Disorders.

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6 Min Read

Population health approach boosts breast-cancer screening outcomes

Atlantic Health uses a team-based model to expand access and improve care for patients at high risk for breast cancer.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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What doctors wish patients knew about chronic venous insufficiency

From swelling to varicose veins, Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains why patients should not ignore signs of chronic venous insufficiency.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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8 Min Read

Championing and redefining care for neurodivergent patients

Wendy Ross, MD, is leading Jefferson Health’s efforts to practice and prioritize neurodivergent-affirming care for all patients. 

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight

Med Learning Group (MLG) CME

On-demand programs from MLG focus on increasing competence and improving and optimizing patient care.

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9 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about Huntington’s disease

Lisa Toran, MD, a neurologist at Confluence Health, explains Huntington’s disease, a genetic disorder causing progressive cognitive and motor decline.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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AMA deeply concerned by reported USPSTF changes

In a letter, AMA urges HHS secretary to retain previously appointed members and continue the Task Force’s regular meeting schedule.

Press Releases
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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

There is no cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)—aka Lou Gehrig’s disease. But recent advances offer some hope. Two physicians share more.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™

Migraines & headache CME

Migraines and headache symptoms can be difficult to assess for treatment. Learn how to address these symptoms with patients while completing CME credits at your own pace.

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8 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about bacterial meningitis

Bacterial meningitis is not common, but it is a medical emergency. Jeffrey Silvers, MD, an infectious diseases physician at Sutter Health, shares more.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
AMA Update for June 24, 2024: CMS final rule: Medicare diabetes screening changes and the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program
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CMS final rule: Medicare diabetes screening changes and the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program.

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Prevention & Wellness
AMA Update